Brew-Ha-Ha Craft Beer Fest Oct. 19 at Mercato

Craft beer enthusiasts will delight in over 60 brews to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida at the 8th Annual Brew-Ha-Ha Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Mercato in Naples.
Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats, along with Evolution Trailer Technologies Inc. and Sportboats Marine, are the presenting sponsors this year.
The 2019 roster provides an opportunity to enjoy a wonderful array of craft beers, courtesy of Coastal Beverage, with a spotlight on Florida breweries. Brews on tap will include Wicked Weed, Brew Bus, Funky Buddha, Green Bench, Sweetwater – just to name a few.
Guests can enjoy an evening of craft beer tasting, stein holding contests, raffle, photo booth fun courtesy of Naples Photo Booths, and live music by local band, Soulixer, a “three-piece cosmic concoction of Indie rock and soul.”
The event will take place on the lawn across from The Pub. Gates open at 5 p.m. with unlimited beer tastings available until 8 p.m.
Discounted tickets are available until Oct. 18 for $35 at www.rmhcswfl.org/events. Tickets will be $40 at the gate. A VIP brewmaster’s ticket is available for $65 and includes early access starting at 4 p.m., access to VIP tent and dedicated restrooms, with exclusive beer, cheese pairings courtesy of Whole Foods Naples, and unlimited bottled water, soda and snacks. Lawn chairs, blankets and well-behaved pets are welcome. Participating Mercato restaurants will serve menu items for purchase. No coolers or outside food will be permitted.
For more information on the event or how to become a sponsor, call Amy at 239-437-0202.